GQ: Eric Wind Quoted on Watch Hands

Cam Wolf recently wrote about different types of watch hands. Within the article, Wolf quotes Eric Wind.

The Mercedes—named for its three-pointed star that resembles the automaker’s logo—is Rolex’s signature hand. The Crown uses it most famously on the Submariner, but it also shows up on many of the brand’s “professional” (meaning sport) models like the Explorer and GMT. Friend of the newsletter and Wind Vintage owner Eric Wind argues that these hands are in a class of their own. “It’s hard to beat the Mercedes hands: so distinctive and legible,” he said. “Iconic and relevant for 70 years.” Rolex isn’t the only one in the family who can concoct a famous hand. Tudor’s chunky Snowflake gives the little-brother brand its own distinctive and more playful look. “The Snowflake hands from Tudor are also special,” Wind added, “and I am glad they were resurrected for the Black Bay line and made relevant to a new generation.”